Sommelier – Six Senses London

As Sommelier, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

As Sommelier, I will support the Director of Wine and Restaurant Management and assume responsibility for the efficient operation in the following:

• Keep abreast of industry trends and practices and update knowledge and skills to improve the product and service offering.
• Products and services will be constantly assessed and reviewed to remain relevant, innovative and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Providing an exceptional guest experience service.
• Effectively carry out service recovery in the event of guest complaints.
• Conduct Wine Seminars for our guests.
• Conduct Wine Tastings/Dinners for our guests.
• Conduct Wine Training Sessions for Restaurant and Beverage Hosts.
• Properly decant older vintages, with the showmanship and standards required by traditional wine.
• Pair wines with food, recommending those that will complement the different styles of cuisine and the different methods of food preparation.
• Assist in the control of their outlet operational budget, ensuring that all costs are strictly controlled maximizing profitability.
• Inspect condition and cleanliness of menus and wine list, ensure designated amounts are available, and update menus or wine lists as changes occur
• Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest comments.

Qualifications

To execute the position of Sommelier, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 year’s experience in a similar operational role. Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality school is preferred.
• Familiar with Food and Beverage terminology, application, operation, wine service, costs, menu development food and hygiene codes and controlling inventory
• Fluent in English; I understand that additional languages are preferred.

All candidates must hold the right to work in the UK to be considered. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Sommelier at Six Senses London. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.

Six Senses London is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.